All news by author: Tom Beattie

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Rooney makes feelings clear as DC United face Premier League transfer battle
Former England captain Wayne Rooney wants to keep one of his DC United forwards in the US but may have to contend with competition for the player's signature in the coming weeks
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Leo Messi tipped for life "like David Beckham or Michael Jordan" after football
Inter Miami's outspoken co-owner has predicted that the Argentinian football icon can help to transform MLS and make an impact in the US on the popularity of the sport
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Lionel Messi told he's "just another player" by Inter Miami debut opponent
The Argentinian icon is set to make his debut in the Leagues Cup versus Cruz Azul in late July but his upcoming opponents seem focused on the job at hand despite the fanfare
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Andres Iniesta tipped to join Lionel Messi at Inter Miami in major reunion
The MLS outfit's ambitious owners could bring in yet another Barcelona icon with former La Liga superstars Lionel Messi and Sergio Busquets having already been reunited stateside
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LAFC vs LA Galaxy derby breaks MLS attendance record as league's growth clear
The popularity of MLS has skyrocketed in the past year, with attendance averages having shot up and this increase in popularity will only continue with Lionel Messi's arrival stateside
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Chelsea receive fresh Christian Pulisic proposal after US ace makes stance clear
Chelsea winger Christian Pulisic was reduced to a bit-part role at Stamford Bridge last term and it looks as though a parting of ways could be the best option for all parties this summer
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McKennie looks set to fall on his feet with next transfer after Leeds failure
The USMNT midfielder had a half-season to forget in the Premier League, with the Yorkshire club having failed to beat the drop but he could still be offered a return to the Bundesliga
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Inter Miami drama hands lifeline to Lionel Messi ahead of MLS arrival
The Herons earned a dramatic point versus the Columbus Crew ahead of the arrival of superstars Lionel Messi and Sergio Busquets to keep their slim playoffs hopes alive
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Inter Miami stance on Sergio Ramos and Jesse Lingard signings clear
The ambitious MLS outfit's co-owner has not been shy in expressing his desire to bring more superstars to South Beach but it appears that two potential openings will not be pursued
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Lionel Messi-inspired celebration sparked latest LAFC vs LA Galaxy spat
The Los Angeles cross-city rivals have had contrasting fortunes in recent years but spectators will be expecting a tense encounter if previous clashes are anything to go by
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Man Utd want to follow up Mount signing with long-term Fernandes replacement
Manager Erik ten Hag could be set to further future-proof his squad with one of MLS' brightest emerging talents, with the attacking midfielder already having impressed Lionel Messi
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Lionel Messi told by former Barcelona team-mate what he dislikes most about MLS
The LA Galaxy star has offered a unique insight into what Lionel Messi and fellow new arrival Sergio Busquets in MLS can expect ahead of their moves stateside to join Inter Miami
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Mexico fan stabbed at Gold Cup match as blood streams from his chest in stands
GRAPHIC CONTENT WARNING: The chilling incident saw a man left in a critical condition in hospital after he was stabbed during a brawl involving supporters during the CONCACAF Gold Cup match
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Messi's lucrative Inter Miami contract as club chief explains finer details
The contract which the Argentinian icon is set to sign in MLS includes significantly lucrative commercial tie-ins with major partners including worldwide giants Adidas and Apple
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How Inter Miami could line up in future with Suarez, Lingard, Alba and Messi
The ambitious MLS club could well provide new coach Tata Martino with a host of household names to help bolter his ailing squad following a tricky first half of the season under Phil Neville
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Inter Miami make public their ambition to sign Suarez and set up Messi reunion
More superstars may be on their way to join Inter Miami as the franchise's co-owner reveals his ambitions to try to help turn MLS into one of the world's best leagues
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Fulham reject chance to hand Premier League return to relegated USMNT star
The former Red Bull Salzburg star never really got going during his maiden campaign in England but it appears that he still has admirers on the continent despite Leeds United's relegation
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Fans call for Vinicus Jr to follow Kyrie Irving and launch NFL career
The Real Madrid superstar was enjoying his vacation back in his native Rio de Janeiro alongside NFL ace Justin Jefferson and showed his talents are not limited to soccer
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Inter Miami to continue spending after Messi signing with Ramos deal 'close'
The Real Madrid icon could be the latest legend of the sport to reunite with incoming superstar Lionel Messi at Inter Miami, with Sergio Busquets having also moved stateside
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Former MLS boss issues advice to Jurgen Klopp ahead of Dominik Szoboszlai move
The Hungarian attacking midfielder looks set to become Liverpool's second major signing of the summer and a former coach has told Jurgen Klopp how he can get the best out of him
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USWNT star Trinity Rodman can't hide delight after shout-out from 'uncle Shaq'
A host of familiar faces from Joe and Jill Biden to Taylor Swift and Lil Wayne were on hand to congratulate those select 23 names who made the USWNT's World Cup squad
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Mbappe seeks deal similar to Messi in MLS if he is to join Real Madrid
The Argentinian icon is set to sign a unique contract with Inter Miami which includes lucrative commercial tie-ins and it appears that this sort of deal may become more common
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Inside Barcelona’s plans for Lionel Messi tribute despite Inter Miami snub
Lionel Messi snubbed a return to Catalonia to pursue a new chapter in the US but it appears that his decision has not affected plans for a landmark tribute in the coming years
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Arsenal and USMNT star scores four home runs to prompt MLB All-Star team remark
The Arsenal goalkeeper has shown himself to be a safe pair of hands for the USMNT but it appears that his talents stretch to other sports too including baseball
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Newest Premier League manager was inspired by US stint with Pirlo and Lampard
The incoming Bournemouth head coach will bring a varied skillset to the South Coast club, with his experiences as a player in the US and his interest in American football informing his work